The scuba instructor said that the occasional nurse shark might swim near the reef, but it is not an aggressive species. Seeing a shark was improbable, but he said not to panic if we do.

What does the term improbable mean in this context?

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harmless

unlikely

unpredictable

difficult

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1. unlikely
2. taken apart
3. steady
4. beautiful

The term improbable in this context means unlikely.

Once they arrive at the junkyard, old cars are dismantled. Their parts are sorted out and organized according to size and value. Small parts are placed in bins, and large parts are placed into piles that make it easier for customers to find things.

What is the meaning of the term dismantled in this context?

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thrown away

repaired

sold

taken apart

The term dismantled in this context means taken apart.

Dee tried to be consistent with her marathon training. She worked out every other day for months. When it came time to run in the big race, she was more than ready to compete.

What does the term consistent mean in this context?

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optimistic
optimistic

steady
steady

quick
quick

inventive

The term consistent in this context means steady.

The sunset in Key West was one of the most sublime things we had ever seen. Shades of red and orange splashed across the sky in an amazing display of light. Delighted, we sat on the beach and watched in silence until it was over.

What does the word sublime mean in this context?

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beautiful

confusing

unexceptional

distracting

The word sublime in this context means beautiful.

In this context, the term "improbable" means "unlikely." The scuba instructor is saying that it is not likely to see a shark while diving near the reef.